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Zumbro Falls Minnesota Community Guide

Zumbro Falls is in Wabasha County located along
the Zumbro River at the intersection of State Highways 60 and
63.

With a population of 177 this little city
enjoys the summer months canoeing, fishing and camping along the
beautiful wooded river. Zumbro Falls is a community that
consists of 26 businesses, two churches and a city park. The
rolling hills that surround this community add to its charm and
beauty.

Zumbro Falls is a city in Wabasha County, Minnesota,
United States, along the Zumbro River. The population was 177 at the
2000 census. The grist-mill dam built on Zumbro river in 1866 created
the falls for which the town is named. The river is the cause of
numerous floods which swept away the dam except for a few remaining
traces of it.

U.S. Highway 63 and Minnesota Highway 60 are two of
the main routes in the community. According to the United States Census
Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.5 square miles (1.2 km˛), of
which, 0.5 square miles (1.2 km˛) of it is land and 0.04 square miles
(0.1 km˛) of it (4.17%) is water. The elevation is 843 ft (257 m) above
sea level.

As of the census of 2000, there were 177 people, 77
households, and 46 families residing in the city. The
population density was 383.6 people per square mile
(148.6/km˛). There were 81 housing units at an average
density of 175.6/sq mi (68.0/km˛). The racial makeup of
the city was 99.44% White and 0.56% Native American.
Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.56% of the
population.

There were 77 households out of which
33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them,
50.6% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a
female householder with no husband present, and 39.0%
were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up
of individuals and 6.5% had someone living alone who was
65 years of age or older. The average household size was
2.30 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city the population was spread
out with 26.0% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24,
35.0% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% who
were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37
years. For every 100 females there were 94.5 males. For
every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5
males.

The median income for a household in
the city was $37,188, and the median income for a family
was $53,750. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus
$26,250 for females. The per capita income for the city
was $18,176. About 9.6% of families and 13.2% of the
population were below the poverty line, including 15.9%
of those under the age of eighteen and 11.1% of those
sixty five or over.

The Zumbro River, first explored by Major Stephan Long
in 1817, was named the “Riviers des Embarrass” or River of Difficulties.
A point on this river was used as a ford for the Territorial Road going
from Lake City to Rochester. In 1855 Zumbro Falls, not having a name at
that time, was first settled by the Tibbetts brothers. They built their
homes on each side of the river for the purpose of running a ferry
across the river where the ford had been. They ran their ferry for three
years, at which time it was sold. After this, the town expanded on the
south side of the river. In 1866, Benjamin Clark moved to town and built
a gristmill and dam above the rapids. The dam created a small falls and
the town received the name Zumbro Falls. The town grew enough that the
Midland Railroad ran tracks through the town in 1877 and a depot was
built. By 1896 some of the village residents were demanding to become an
organized town. The county board granted the incorporation of Zumbro
Falls on February 28, 1898. Since that time many changes have occurred.
The community now observes an annual celebration in May. This
celebration is known as Ripplin’ River Daze. During the 3rd annual
celebration on May 16, 1998 the town celebrated its 100th year
celebration. At that time a book titled The Zumbro Falls, Minnesota
memoirs 100 years plus…then and now was created. The book contains
pictures and the history of the businesses and buildings that make up
our village. Copies of the book are still available and you can obtain
one by contacting the Ripplin’ River Daze committee.

ZUMBRO FALLS is a city at the falls of the Zumbro
River in section 31 of Gillford. It was incorporated as a village on
February 8, 1898; the post office has been established and reestablished
three times since 1856. The townsite was platted by Uriah S. Whaley, who
later served as one of the postmasters in his cabin. The Chicago,
Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad built a narrow gauge railroad in 1877,
changing later to standard track.

The steep bluffs,
loess-covered uplands, narrow river valleys and broad
floodplains of Zumbro Falls SNA straddle the Zumbro River.
At one point, Wall Rock, a dry cliff community, towers 200
foot above the east side of the river bed. Frequent dolomite
outcrops and low, moist cliffs support mosses, liverworts,
and ferns. Small patches of Canadian yew, uncommon in this
area, indicate cool ground water seepages. Along the river
terraces, Indian paintbrush and smooth rock cress, both
protected species, grow on gravel prairies. North and
east-facing slopes are home to mesic old-growth oak forest,
while oak forest, oak woodland, and brushland cover dryer
slopes. Spring brings spectacular displays of bluebells
under the basswood stands along the river. Wild ginger,
trilliums, and hepatica bloom in the woodlands, and jeweled
shooting star, found in Minnesota only on the Paleozoic
Plateau, grows abundantly on the cliff faces.

Zumbro Falls Golf Club is a 9-hole
regulation length golf course in Zumbro Falls, Minnesota.
This medium-length layout has adequate length for a
regulation course. Some holes are quite challenging and
interesting, but overall it can be somewhat forgiving.

Burr Oaks is a country
bed and breakfast and is a "birder's paradise". Burr Oaks
lies in a valley with 22 acres of serene quiet beauty to
ramble about in thoughtful contemplation. Slip away from the
stress, turn off your phone. Come to Burr Oaks and be
refreshed and renewed in the serenity of this quiet valley.

Best for Pets has been bringing to its
customers nothing but the best dog and cat pet supplies
since 2001. We strive to do the quality shopping for you so
you can shop with confidence that you are choosing only best
for your pets. Dedication, Quality and Customer Service are
what we strive to bring to your shopping experience either
at our dog show vending events, online or in our physical
store. FKPS K-9 Training is the training piece of Best for
Pets. We bring quality family obedience classes, competition
agility training and agility show events to Southeastern
Minnesota.

Burr Oaks is a country
bed and breakfast and is a "birder's paradise". Burr Oaks
lies in a valley with 22 acres of serene quiet beauty to
ramble about in thoughtful contemplation. Slip away from the
stress, turn off your phone. Come to Burr Oaks and be
refreshed and renewed in the serenity of this quiet valley.

Camp Victory is a ministry accomplished
through an evangelical Christian camping and retreat
facility that serves the surrounding community. The
ministries and programs are to provide an environment for
evangelism, discipleship, and leadership development,
through life changing encounters with creation, truth, and
caring relationships.

Since 1980, K Fence has been building and
marketing a new age of fencing materials in the Midwest. K
Fence represents a complete line of electric and
non-electric farm & wildlife fencing and grape trellising.

Sugar Loaf Charter is known for safe, fun,
and affordable transportation for every occasion. We are
based out of Zumbro Falls, MN and have been in business
since 1979. Our reputation, experience, and down-home
business ethics make us the preferred transportation
provider for clients near and far. For trips across the
country, party transportation, or anything in between--
Contact Sugar Loaf Charter today!

Zumbro Falls Golf Club is a 9-hole
regulation length golf course in Zumbro Falls, Minnesota.
This medium-length layout has adequate length for a
regulation course. Some holes are quite challenging and
interesting, but overall it can be somewhat forgiving.